It urges pregnant women to guard themselves from the mosquito-borne Zika virus. The advisory is a precautionary measure solely and lasts by way of October.

According to Legacy Community Health, greater than 300 individuals in Texas examined constructive for the virus final yr.

“No one yet knows if Zika is coming to Houston this year, but the best course of action is to take precautions now,” stated Dr. Ann Barnes, Legacy’s chief medical officer. “Our health advisory is a reminder for pregnant women, or those considering pregnancy, to wear insect repellent with DEET when they go outside. People with sex partners who have traveled to a Zika-affected region are also at risk, so wearing condoms during sex is essential.”